I'm writing this on behalf of my brother who lost his 22 year old son this past year. My nephew was killed when he struck a power pole. The accident happened in Washington state. The pole did not break but the transformer fell off the pole, landed on his car and caught fire. The first few people to arrive at the scene stated that he was still alive but they were unable to get him out. He was burned beyond recognition. Would the PUD be responsible for the transformer falling (I would think the pole would have snapped before the transformer fell) and if so is there a possible wrongful death case that should be pursued?
I would appreciate any advise on this matter & thank you for your time.
I would appreciate any advise on this matter & thank you for your time.